PG Cert Access, Outreach and Social Mobility

Program Overview

The PG Cert Access, Outreach and Social Mobility is a one-year part-time postgraduate program that focuses on developing critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills within the context of inclusion and change. It prepares students for leadership roles in education, project management, research, and further academic study. The program is offered through a blended delivery model with face-to-face sessions, online workshops, and tutorial support.

Program Outline

Degree Overview: The PG Cert Access, Outreach and Social Mobility is a one-year part-time postgraduate program offered by the University of Wolverhampton's School of Education.

Objectives:

• Explore personal and professional practice
• Set future goals and leadership skills around inclusion and change.
• Develop deeper understanding of disadvantage, social capital, and ideas informing current practice.
• Explore opportunities for improvement at a strategic and personal level in chosen area.
• Support career progression towards leadership, research, and project management.
• Prepare for progression to full MA Education and PhD or Professional Doctoral study.

Program Description:

This unique program focuses on developing your critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills within the context of inclusion and change. You will:

• Use high-quality resources to explore complex issues and present solutions.
• Network and collaborate with peers and professionals.
• Analyze personal strengths and areas for development.
• Create an action plan for your learning and professional growth.
• Be introduced to current legislation, guidance, research, and initiatives relevant to your field.

Key Features:

• Unique collaboration with Causeway Education.
• Blended delivery with face-to-face sessions, online workshops, and tutorial support.
• High-quality resources available on a learning platform.
• Flexible approach to learning that fits work and study demands.

Outline: The program is structured in modules delivered over one year.

Year 1:

• Module 1: Critical Approaches to Education, Outreach and Inclusion (20 credits): Focuses on understanding concepts related to social mobility and inclusion.
Explores critical reflection, current policies, and organizational change. Case studies, problem-solving, and professional communication are emphasized.
• Module 2: Developing Professional Practice (20 credits): Analyzes strengths and areas for development while deepening reflective practice.
You will use audit tools, create an action plan, and critically reflect on identified development areas. Current legislation, guidance, research, and initiatives are addressed. Strategies for developing inquiry and evidence-based skills are provided. Critical incident analysis is explored.
• Module 3: Educational Research and Development (20 credits): Guides participants in understanding the creation of new educational knowledge.
It supports the development of a research proposal for the final module of the MA Education award.

Assessment: Assessments are likely to include a combination of:

• Essays
• Research papers
• Reflective journals
• Presentations
• Group work
• Critical analyses
• Action plans

Teaching: The program utilizes a range of teaching methods to enhance learning including:

• Interactive lectures
• Seminars
• Workshops
• Group discussions
• Online learning activities
• Individual tutorials
The program boasts dedicated specialist tutors and high-quality resources available on the University of Wolverhampton's learning platform.

Careers: The PG Cert Access, Outreach and Social Mobility prepares you for leadership roles and opens doors to various career paths such as:

• Educational leadership
• Project management
• Research
• Further academic study (MA Education, PhD, Professional Doctorate)
• Career progression within your current field

Other:

• The program is offered for a reduced fee for University of Wolverhampton graduates.
• Financial hardship support is available.
• You can explore funding options from charitable trusts.
• Information about fees, costs, financial support, and application process can be found on the University of Wolverhampton's website.